07/24/2026
Success can be one of the biggest distractions an athlete faces.
When the wins start coming, so do the expectations.
đ Rankings.
đ Scholarships.
đ Statistics.
đą Social media.
đ Recognition.
These can all be motivatingâbut they can also pull athletes away from the reason they fell in love with their sport.
The athletes who perform at the highest level over time aren't just driven by achievement. They stay connected to their Original Passionâthe love of the game that existed long before anyone was watching.
Purpose creates confidence.
Passion fuels resilience.
Mastery comes from falling in love with the process, not just the outcome.
In my newest article, Original Passion: Why the Greatest Athletes Stay Grounded, I explore why remembering why you play may be one of the most powerful mental performance skills an athlete can develop.
đ Read the full article:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/grounded-greatness-why-best-never-forget-started-jimmy-lkbqc/
If you're on Instagram, you can also find the article through the link in our bio.
Question: What made you fall in love with your sport in the first place? Share your story in the commentsâwe'd love to hear it.